The Knowledge Workshop offers an internationally recognised 120-hour course in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, comprising 70 hours of theory and 50 hours of practical training. The course is split between theory and practical training and can be completed intensively, in a minimum of 3 weeks.

Theory: The theory component of the course is workshopped and process-driven, aimed at equipping participants with the necessary skills to step into any EFL/ESL environment with confidence. The course centres on the Communicative Approach to language teaching, against the historical backdrop of more traditional methods. The Communicative Approach places the learner at the centre of his/her experience and puts the teacher in the role of facilitator. The skills the trainee-teacher acquires are readily transferable and find application across all subject areas, not just English!

• Methodologies and application
• Mother-tongue vs. foreign language acquisition and learning
• Grammar in context
• The use of authentic texts in the classroom
• The four skills (listening, speaking, reading writing)
• Activities for the EFL/ESL classroom
• Classroom Management techniques
• Lesson planning
• Teaching English to Young Learners
• Job opportunities - where and how to find work

Note: We do not spend a lot of time focusing on grammar rules – If your grammar knowledge is limited, we help you to identify the gaps in your knowledge. These gaps can easily be filled in your own time by doing some research or partaking in a dedicated grammar course. The purpose of TEFL/TESOL training is to train you how to teach effectively, not recite grammar rules in abstract!

Practical: At the end of the theory component, participants go on to gain practical experience with EFL/ESL students. Practical training encompasses observation, teaching, assisting with classroom management and developing resources. TEFL/TESOL trainees have the option to complete practical training intensively, through our Schools' Assist Programme (1 week), or to stagger the training to suit their schedule through the EFL/ESL classes that we run here at TKW (2+ weeks). Training can also take place on Saturdays.

On completion of the course, participants receive a certificate and letter of recommendation. If partaking in the Schools’ Assist Programme, participants additionally receive a reference letter from the school, giving an verifiable work record.